The SMP pack
Most modpacks throw together a random pile of tech, magic, and exploration mods and hope something sticks. The SMP pack does the opposite. Every mod in this pack is chosen because it maps onto a specific character from the Dream SMP, turning the server's lore into gameplay systems you can actually touch. The concept started as a video project, and the pack has been growing ever since with help from the community.
What Makes The SMP pack Different
This isn't a kitchen-sink pack where you need a spreadsheet to plan your first hour. Each mod is a deliberate character reference, so the pack plays like a themed roster rather than a grab bag. You can main one "character" and lean into their mod, or bounce between several and build a base that mixes blood altars, factories, and bee farms under one roof.
The Current Roster
- Dream - Blood Magic by WayofTime: ritual circles, LP networks, and a dark magic progression curve that rewards planning.
- Fundy - Create by simibubi: rotating contraptions, belts, and mechanical automation for players who like engineering over grinding.
- Technoblade - Tinkers' Construct by mDiyo: custom tool building and smeltery work, a natural fit for a combat-focused character.
- Tubbo - Productive Bees by LobsterJonn: bee breeding, resource generation, and hive management with a surprisingly deep tech tree.
- CaptainPuffy - Small Ships by talhanation: buildable boats and sailing, perfect for ocean exploration and base-to-base travel.
- Wilbur Soot - Music Maker Mod by xerca0: compose and play custom music in-game, which fits the character's performer side.
Six mods is the current state, not the finish line. The creator's stated goal is one mod per Dream SMP member, and community suggestions are actively welcome because matching lore to mechanics takes knowledge of both.
Supported Versions and Loaders
Because the pack is built from Forge-based mods like Blood Magic, Create, and Tinkers' Construct, you'll need a matching Forge setup. Legacy builds of The SMP pack for Minecraft target the 1.16.5 era, which is where several of these mods are most stable. If you want to run it on a newer release, check each mod's own version support first, since Create and Productive Bees have moved forward faster than some of the older magic mods.
For players who would rather skip manual mod wrangling, the foxygame.net launcher lists The SMP pack in its add-on catalog and installs it with a single click, handling the correct Forge version and dependencies automatically so you can jump straight into a world.
How to Install The SMP pack
If you prefer doing it by hand, the process is standard for a Forge modpack:
- Install a Forge profile that matches the Minecraft version the pack targets.
- Create a dedicated game directory so the pack doesn't clash with your vanilla saves.
- Drop each mod jar into the mods folder, including any required libraries such as Mantle for Tinkers' Construct.
- Launch the Forge profile, confirm the mod list loads, then start a new world.
When you download The SMP pack from its project page, read the version notes carefully. Mismatched Forge builds are the single most common cause of crashes, and Blood Magic in particular is picky about its dependencies.
Tips Before You Start
Give yourself a theme. Pick one character mod and build your first base around it, then expand. Blood Magic and Create both demand real infrastructure, so splitting your early resources between them usually slows you down. Productive Bees pairs well with almost anything and makes a good second pick once your first setup is running. Small Ships is the easiest entry point if you just want to explore and settle somewhere scenic.
Final Thoughts
The SMP pack is a passion project with a clear identity: lore you can play. It won't suit players who want a hundred mods and instant endgame gear, but if you enjoy themed progression and want to see a Dream SMP character translated into actual mechanics, this pack delivers. Try one character mod at a time, and if you know a mod that fits a member who's still missing, the project is built for exactly that kind of contribution.